1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 289 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
