1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 104 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Beta | Galant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
