1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Beta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |