1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 33 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 2008 Opel Insignia 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. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2737 mm |
