2006 Lada 2111 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Lada 2111 is newer by 31 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 (115 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Lada 2111. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada 2111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada 2111 weights approximately 74 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 (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada 2111. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada 2111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada 2111 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 2111 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
