1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 772 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 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Beta | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
