1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 961 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
Model | Beta | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |