1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 21 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 960 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 1979 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 1979 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V, 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Beta | V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |