1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 980 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SSC Aero weights approximately 293 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.
Because 2010 SSC Aero 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 2010 SSC Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1246 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Lancia | SSC |
| Model | Beta | Aero |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1090 mm |
