1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1994 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1994 Nissan Maxima is newer by 19 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 320 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, 1994 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1994 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Maxima |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 253 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |