1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 702 kg more than 1976 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, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Beta | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3110 mm |
