1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 32 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 791 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 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Beta | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2774 mm |
