1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | CJ | Beta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2550 mm |
