2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Viper | Beta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
