1983 Chrysler Executive vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, both 1983 Chrysler Executive and 1983 Lancia Beta were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chrysler Executive is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler Executive. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler Executive. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler Executive weights approximately 326 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Executive, 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, 1983 Chrysler Executive (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler Executive will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler Executive | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Executive | Beta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2310 mm |
