1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1244 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 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |
