1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 565 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 1972 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 1972 Buick Skylark. 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Skylark | Beta |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |