1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 900 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |