1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 24 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Beta | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
