1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 667 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Beta | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
