1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 82 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1982 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Tempra | Beta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |