1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 208 | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 208 | Beta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |