1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, both 1983 Lancia Beta and 1983 Pontiac Phoenix were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 56 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1983 Lancia Beta 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 1983 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix, 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, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Beta | Phoenix |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |