2009 Acura MDX vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 746 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | MDX | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
