1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 32 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2010 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 887 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 849 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.
Because 2010 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta. 2010 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1978 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1978 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Lancia | Bugatti |
| Model | Beta | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
