1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 361 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | 904 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
