1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,750 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 352 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
