1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 35 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1464 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
Model | Beta | Escalade |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 565 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |