1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Beta | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Beta | Liana |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |