1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
