2002 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 386 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lancia |
| Model | Dion | Beta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
