1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, both 1975 Lancia Beta and 1975 Toyota Crown were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 356 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1975 Toyota Crown 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 1975 Toyota Crown. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Crown |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |