1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Volvo 960 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1978 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (233 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1995 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Beta | 960 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |
