1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 28 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. Both 1983 Lancia Beta and 2011 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta, 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | 120 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
