1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 38 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1638 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 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | NV |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 106 L |
