1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 330 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 1972 Peugeot 504 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 1972 Peugeot 504. 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, 1972 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 504 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
