1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 355 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
