1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 is newer by 27 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S40. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S40 weights approximately 232 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, 2000 Volvo S40 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Beta | S40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
