1972 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 37 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 422 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lancia Beta | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Beta | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |