1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 442 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |