1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 246 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 Skoda Roomster (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Beta | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
