1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 23 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 615 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.
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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Previa |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |