1972 Lancia Beta vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 16 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 305 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Beta | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Beta | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
