1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2360 mm |
