1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 439 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Lancia | Dodge |
Model | Beta | DART |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |