1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 32 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1464 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Beta | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
