2012 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 34 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1712 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Sequoia | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Sequoia | Beta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
