1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 834 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark 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 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta. 1976 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Skylark | Beta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
