1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 236 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Beta | Golf |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |