1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (135 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beta | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
