1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 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), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 339 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |