1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte 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 59 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 374 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Consorte | Beta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
