1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 755 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 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Beta | Frontera |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |