1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 5 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Corona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
