1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 31 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1412 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Patrol |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 95 L |