1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Beta | Defender |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
