1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 19 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 449 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lancia Kappa (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Kappa | Beta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
