1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 74 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
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 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | MR-S |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |