1999 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1999 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Rocky | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Rocky | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
