1992 Buick Regal vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Regal | Beta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
