1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 34 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (360 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Beta | EX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
