1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lancia Beta 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 1980 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605, 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 605 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
