2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 860 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lancia |
| Model | Veyron | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
