1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 300 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Beta | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
