1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 28 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 572 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Beta | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |