1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |