1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2002 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Beta weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Opel Speedster (203 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2002 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
