1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 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 26 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 1 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 1800 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
