1972 Lancia Beta vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1972 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lancia Beta | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Beta | 504 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |