1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 205 is newer by 24 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 198 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 205 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
