1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 55 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.
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, 1989 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Carina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
