2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,701 cc, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 769 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 59 L |
