1972 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Beta | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
