1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1990 Nissan Vanette is newer by 13 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 405 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.
Because 1990 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Vanette |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2080 mm |