1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 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.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
