1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Astra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7350 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
