1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta. 2010 Infiniti FX 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. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
Model | Beta | FX |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |