1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 34 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Beta | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
