2005 Holden Combo vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Holden Combo is newer by 30 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 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Combo weights approximately 160 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 (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Combo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
