1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 252 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Sports |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2160 mm |
