1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 807 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 743 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.
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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 807 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
