1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1990 Nissan Vanette is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 386 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Vanette |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2080 mm |