1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 324 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Beta | Elise |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 36 L |