1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 630 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
