2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 680 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | S-Type | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
