1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Rover P5 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 1966 Rover P5. 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Beta | P5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |
