1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 416 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.
Because 1983 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara 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 Solara | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Solara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
