1982 Lancia Beta vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 9 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 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1982 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Beta | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Beta | 928 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |