1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1165 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
