1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 1 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Ambassador | Beta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
