1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 24 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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 (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
