1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira.
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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta. 1984 Holden Camira 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. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Beta | Camira |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
