1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Because 1955 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Beta | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Crown |
Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |