1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Beta | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
