1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 30 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1266 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.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Lancia | GMC |
| Model | Beta | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
