1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
