1974 Lancia Beta vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 236 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Camry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
