1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 29 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 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Beta | R |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5461 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
