1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Hunaudieres | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
