2000 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Ram | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |
