1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
