1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
