1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 1007 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 243 kg more 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 Peugeot 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2008 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
