1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 24 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1440 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 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Beta | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 283 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |