2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 518 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Quest | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
