1982 Lancia Beta vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 12 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 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Beta | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
