1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 17 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 676 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Beta | GS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
