1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1982 Toyota Camry

To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 2 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.

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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Lancia Beta 1982 Toyota Camry
Make Lancia Toyota
Model Beta Camry
Year Released 1973 1982
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1756 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.2 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1098 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2610 mm


 

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