1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Applause | Beta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
