1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Toyota Conquest
To start off, 1996 Toyota Conquest is newer by 21 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 1,973 cc, 1996 Toyota Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Conquest (174 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Conquest should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Conquest weights approximately 116 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Conquest (135 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1996 Toyota Conquest | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1116 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
