1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 is newer by 3 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 830 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 1984 Ferrari 400 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 1984 Ferrari 400. 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 400 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |
