1983 Lamborghini LM vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini LM is newer by 1 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 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1552 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.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini LM | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | LM | Beta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2310 mm |
