1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 21 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 850 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.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Terrano |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |