1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 220 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, 1996 Rover 400 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Beta | 400 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |