1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 320 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Beta | Passat |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |