1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1995 Suzuki X90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki X90. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki X90. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Beta | X90 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
