2005 Lada Niva vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 32 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
