1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
