1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 629 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Beta | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
