1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1109 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Armada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 106 L |
