1993 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 18 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 4,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 712 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.
Because 1975 Lancia Beta 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 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Eldorado | Beta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4571 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
