1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Opel Frontera

To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 601 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Lancia Beta 1997 Opel Frontera
Make Lancia Opel
Model Beta Frontera
Year Released 1978 1997
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1038 kg 1639 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2710 mm


 

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