1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. Both 1975 Lancia Beta and 1958 Rover P4 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1958 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Beta | P4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
