2004 Lada 111 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 Lada 111 is newer by 29 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Lada 111. (77 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 111 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 111. 1975 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 2004 Lada 111 has manual transmission. 2004 Lada 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 111 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 111 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
