1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 745 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Beta | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
