1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 135 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Carina |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |