1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
