1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 585 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Xedos |
| Model | Beta | 9 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
