1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | iQ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 32 L |
