1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Beta | Touran |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |