2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
