2000 Tata Estate vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Tata Estate is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 602 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Because 2000 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Estate. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Estate. 1978 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 2000 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 2000 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Tata Estate | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Tata | Lancia |
Model | Estate | Beta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |