1972 Lancia Beta vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Because 1976 Plymouth Volare 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 1976 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lancia Beta | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Beta | Volare |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |