1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 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 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 32 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1975 Lancia Beta 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 1975 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Carina |
Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |