1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 874 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 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Beta | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2774 mm |
