1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 880 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
| Model | Beta | XJ |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3157 mm |
