1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 925 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner 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, 2007 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Beta | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |
