1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 865 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 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Antara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
