1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. 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 52 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
