1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Cadillac Sixty 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 1963 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Sixty | Beta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
