1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 34 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
