2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 435 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | BLS | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
