1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 285 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lancia Beta | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Lancia | Lada |
Model | Beta | Niva |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |