1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 34 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1271 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Beta | Polo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |