1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 50 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 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Beta | 206 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |