1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 37 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 445 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.
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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Brilliance |
| Model | Beta | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
