1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
