2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 26 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 250 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Mobilio | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 49 L |
