1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1632 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1974 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1974 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Beta | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 88 L |
