1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 Pontiac GTO is newer by 16 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 2,398 cc, 1999 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac GTO (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 155 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, 1999 Pontiac GTO (203 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1999 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Beta | GTO |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2398 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1199 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
