1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 500 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 1959 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
Model | MK II | Beta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |