1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 28 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 332 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 2009 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta. 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
