1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 34 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. Both 1977 Lancia Beta and 2011 BMW 116 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 315 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 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, 2011 BMW 116 (185 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | 116 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
