1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Station Wagon | Beta |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
