1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 460 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.
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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Lancia | Saab |
Model | Beta | 9000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |