2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rondo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
