1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 247 kg more than 1981 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
