1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Beta | LR2 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 234 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |