1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Because 1976 Lancia Beta 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 1976 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega, 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Beta | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
