1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 13 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 3,497 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (602 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 535 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 1991 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (650 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lancia |
| Model | EB 110 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 49 L |
