1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny is newer by 24 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 160 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, 1999 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Sunny |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |