1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Beta | 505 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |