1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 84 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1973 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Laurel |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |