2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 747 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Beta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
