1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 810 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Durango | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
