1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1960 Volvo P 1800 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 1960 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Beta | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
