1986 Holden Barina vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1986 Holden Barina is newer by 3 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 306 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Barina | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Barina | Beta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2550 mm |
