2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 657 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
