1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1997 Lancia K is newer by 22 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. Both 1975 Lancia Beta and 1997 Lancia K are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 420 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, 1997 Lancia K (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Beta | K |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
