1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 432 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 2011 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
