1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 475 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 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Beta | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
