1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta.
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 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
