1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 614 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
