1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1405 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, 2012 Nissan Livina (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Livina |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
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 | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |