1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 496 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 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Beta | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |