1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1982 Nissan Prairie is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 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, 1982 Nissan Prairie (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
