1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 304 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Beta | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
