1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 32 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1037 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Beta | Viano |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
