1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar 240 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 1967 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | 240 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
