1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 30 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 289 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 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Rogue |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |