1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 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. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 840 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1977 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1977 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Beta | Korando |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
