1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Lancia Beta (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
