1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1992 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1992 Nissan Presea is newer by 9 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 12 kg more than 1992 Nissan Presea.
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, 1992 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1992 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Presea |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
