2007 Hummer H3 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Hummer | Lancia |
| Model | H3 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
