1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Beta | Korando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
