1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1987 Toyota Cressida is newer by 12 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Cressida (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 210 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 1987 Toyota Cressida 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 1987 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1987 Toyota Cressida (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Cressida |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |