1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 972 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Beta | Discovery |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 340 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |