1982 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 715 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
