1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 36 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Lancia Beta (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | iQ |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 32 L |