1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 501 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Beta | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
