2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2002 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 27 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 924 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.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti QX4 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | QX4 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
