1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1983 Mini MK IV
To start off, both 1983 Lancia Beta and 1983 Mini MK IV were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1983 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 585 kg more than 1983 Mini MK IV. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 1983 Mini MK IV | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Beta | MK IV |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |