2001 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 756 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Because 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta. 1978 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Bandeirante | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
