1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 23 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 420 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.
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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta. 2001 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1978 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1978 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |
