1984 Lancia Beta vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Lancia Beta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Beta weights approximately 226 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 1982 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lancia Beta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Beta | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
