1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 31 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 896 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 76 L |
