1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 16 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 24 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. 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 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Santana |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
