1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Celica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 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 | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |