1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 21 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 990 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Beta | Nautilus |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2960 mm |