1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1975 Toyota Crown is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 366 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 1975 Toyota Crown 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 1975 Toyota Crown. 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, 1975 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Crown |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |