2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 920 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Nitro | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
