1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 413 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.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Camaro | Beta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |