1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Beta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
