1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 31 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1300 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 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Titan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 106 L |
