1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Toyota Celica is newer by 20 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 1 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Celica weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
