1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Beta | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |