1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 33 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Because 1977 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Beta | Freelander |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |