1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 33 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 840 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
Model | Beta | Korando |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1840 kg |
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 |