1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 2 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 195 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 205 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 110 L |
