1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 720 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Beta | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
