1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 665 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 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Beta | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Lancia | Buick |
Model | Beta | Regal |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2738 mm |