1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 342 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lancia Beta (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
