1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 111 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 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 1970 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1970 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | 914 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
