1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1997 Nissan Almera 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. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Almera weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1997 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Almera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
