1972 Lancia Beta vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 644 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.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Beta | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
