2010 Nissan Maxima vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 581 kg more than 1979 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Maxima | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Maxima | Beta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
