1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 23 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1425 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Lancia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Beta | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
