1997 Holden Statesman vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1997 Holden Statesman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Statesman weights approximately 480 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta. 1997 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Statesman | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Statesman | Beta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
