1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 452 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 407 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |
