1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 31 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1702 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 543 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |