1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 259 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 2013 Subaru BRZ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Subaru BRZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Beta | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
