1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1980 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Brougham | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Brougham | Beta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
