1978 ZIL 4104 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 ZIL 4104 is newer by 2 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 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2300 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.
Because 1978 ZIL 4104 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 1978 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 4104 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | ZIL | Lancia |
| Model | 4104 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3336 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2480 mm |
