1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | CJ5 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |
