1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 25 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster.
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, 2008 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 36 L |
