1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 316 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 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Beta | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |