1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 18 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 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 405 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
