1983 Hummer H1 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 2 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1770 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 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Hummer | Lancia |
| Model | H1 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
