2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2550 mm |
