1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 3 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 221 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. 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 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
