1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Beta | 604 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |