1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1973 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 806 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Century |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2870 mm |