1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy
To start off, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is newer by 28 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy.
Because 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy | |
Make | Lancia | Pininfarina |
Model | Beta | Enjoy |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1080 mm |