1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 620 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Beta | Outback |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |