2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki XL7 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Suzuki | Lancia |
| Model | XL7 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
