1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 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 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta, 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Camaro | Beta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
