2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (460 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Lumina | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
