1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 23 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 604 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Beta | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
