1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1983 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Centurion | Beta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2310 mm |