1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 31 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | iQ |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 32 L |
