1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 838 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 Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Lancia Beta 2007 Nissan Navara
Make Lancia Nissan
Model Beta Navara
Year Released 1975 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 81 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1838 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 80 L


 

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