1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 5 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 47 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 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 (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
