1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 19 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Beta | Fusca |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |