2007 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Beta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |