1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 35 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 772 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.
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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
Model | Beta | Actyon |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |