1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Beta | 220 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
