2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 30 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | H1 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
