1982 Lancia Beta vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 112 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
