2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 952 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | CR-V | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
