1972 Lancia Beta vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 660 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lancia Beta | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |