1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, both 1977 Lancia Beta and 1977 Volvo 265 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 265 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Volvo 265 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 Volvo 265. 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 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta. 1977 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1977 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1977 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Beta | 265 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
