1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 614 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta. 2001 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
