1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1982 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1982 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 184 kg more than 1982 Triumph Acclaim.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 1982 Triumph Acclaim | |
Make | Lancia | Triumph |
Model | Beta | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |