1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 78 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta, 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Beta | Record |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 223 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.3 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |