1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, both 1975 Lancia Beta and 1975 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Saab 99 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1975 Saab 99 | |
Make | Lancia | Saab |
Model | Beta | 99 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1854 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |