1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (206 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 330 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (212 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta. 2009 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
