1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1250 mm |
