2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 455 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Kappa | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
