1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 20 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 355 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Solara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
