1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 29 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Yaris |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |