1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1977 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1977 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Beta | Ram |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
