1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 34 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 370 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Beta | V50 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |