1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 641 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
