1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 966 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Beta | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
