1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 28 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz AIV weights approximately 155 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Lancia | Panoz |
| Model | Beta | AIV |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
