1972 Lancia Beta vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1972 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph 2000 (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Beta | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Beta | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
