1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2000 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 25 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
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 (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2000 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Beta | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
