2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 815 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |
