1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 27 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
