1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 214 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 306 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
