1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1978 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1978 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Beta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
