1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |