2001 Toyota Verossa vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2001 Toyota Verossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Verossa | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Toyota | Lancia |
Model | Verossa | Beta |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |