1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. Both 1977 Lancia Beta and 1992 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Beta | Samurai |
Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |