1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 465 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Beta | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
