1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 40 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, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Beta | Passat |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |