1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 26 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 486 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
