1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Beta | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |