1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 912 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 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 | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
