2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 918 kg more than 1981 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 1981 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 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 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |
