1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1974 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Corona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
