1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 25 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 79 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.
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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
