2005 Lada Oka vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Lada Oka 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Lancia Beta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Oka | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Oka | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |
