2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
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, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lancia |
| Model | D8 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
