2007 Kia Pregio vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 638 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Pregio | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Pregio | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
