1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, both 1975 Lancia Beta and 1975 Volvo 240 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1975 Volvo 240 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 Volvo 240. 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 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Beta | 240 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |