1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1062 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.
Because 1981 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 1981 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Beta | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
