1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 61 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Beta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
