1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1892 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 790 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beta | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
