2005 Kia Pregio vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 642 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta.
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 Kia Pregio (175 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Pregio | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Pregio | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
