1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 306 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
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, 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Lancia | Studebaker |
Model | Beta | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |