1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 910 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 1998 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
Model | Beta | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |