1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 24 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. Both 1981 Lancia Beta and 2005 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (251 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |