1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Corona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
