1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 28 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 410 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
