1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Camaro | Beta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4958 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
