1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 370 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Sentra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |