1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 504 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 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Armada |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 106 L |
