1972 Lancia Beta vs. 1974 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1974 Lancia 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 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, 1974 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Beta | 1974 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Beta | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
