2009 Lada 111 vs. 1972 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Lada 111 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Lada 111. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 111 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Lancia Beta (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 111 | 1972 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 111 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
