1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1150 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2895 mm |
