1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 20 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
