1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Stagea |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |