1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 25 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige 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 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Beta | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Beta | Exige |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |