1972 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 342 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Beta | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
