1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 321 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1979 Lancia Beta 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 1979 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Primera |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |