1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 39 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 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 881 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Beta | M |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
