1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 5 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 281 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 1983 Lancia Beta 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 1983 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Conquest | Beta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
