1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Xedos 6 weights approximately 115 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.
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, 1996 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta. 1996 Xedos 6 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. 1996 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Xedos |
| Model | Beta | 6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
