1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Beta | Forester |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2615 mm |