1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
