2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
