1972 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 592 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lancia Beta | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Beta | Freelander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 174 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |