1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 30 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 784 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
