1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 30 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1140 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |