1974 Lancia Beta vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Beta weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lancia Beta (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Publica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
