2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Guara | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
