1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Beta | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 93 L |
