2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 29 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 50 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 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Pilot | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 59 L |
