1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 570 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
| Model | Beta | BLS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
