1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 730 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth 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 Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Stealth | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Stealth | Beta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |