1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 155 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 1980 Toyota Celica 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 1980 Toyota Celica. 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Celica |
Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |