1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1982 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Beta | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
