1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1998 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1998 Nissan Almera is newer by 25 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Almera weights approximately 55 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1998 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Almera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
