1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 23 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 709 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Beta | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |
