1972 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 344 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Beta | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Beta | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
