1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
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 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Beta | Polo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |