1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XJ6 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
