2003 Lada Niva vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 112 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Beta |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.2 mm |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |