1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 36 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Beta | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
