1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
