1966 Jaguar Type S vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 576 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. 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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar Type S | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | Type S | Beta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
