1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 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), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 514 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 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
