1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 38 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 350 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 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2415 mm |
