1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1467 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Armada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 106 L |
