1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche 911 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
