1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 26 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 722 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.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
