1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, both 1977 Lancia Beta and 1977 Suzuki Cervo were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki Cervo 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 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Beta | Cervo |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |