1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 800 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Beta | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
