1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 35 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Titan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 106 L |