1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 6 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 220 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Daytona | Beta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 49 L |
