1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1996 Nissan Maxima is newer by 13 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. Both 1983 Lancia Beta and 1996 Nissan Maxima are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 150 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 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1996 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
