1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 34 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 855 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 2011 Buick Park Avenue 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 2011 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta. 2011 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2011 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Lancia | Buick |
Model | Beta | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3009 mm |