1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, both 1975 Lancia Beta and 1975 Datsun 280Z were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 304 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 1975 Datsun 280Z 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 1975 Datsun 280Z. 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 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Lancia | Datsun |
| Model | Beta | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
