1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Beta | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
