1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 23 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (106 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Beta | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
