1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1274 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Eldorado | Beta |
Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2480 mm |