2008 Toyota Sienna vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 316 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sienna | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Sienna | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
