1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 25 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), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 400 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Beta | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 104 L |