1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan 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 Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Titan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 106 L |
