1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1979 Lancia Beta 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 1979 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |