1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 480 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (176 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Beta | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
