1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1205 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Eldorado | Beta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
