1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 31 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
