1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
