1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 424 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1987 Nissan Vanette 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 1987 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 1975 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Vanette | Beta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2480 mm |
