1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 38 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1015 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta. 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2012 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Beta | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 78 L |
