1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2.5 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Beta | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
