1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Evora weights approximately 382 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.
Because 2011 Lotus Evora 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 2011 Lotus Evora. 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Beta | Evora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |
