1984 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1984 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep CJ7 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, 1984 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep CJ7 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | CJ7 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
