1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Sunbird | Beta |
Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |