1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 27 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1076 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 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Beta | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 88 L |