1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 355 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Beta | Impreza |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2619 mm |