1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | X3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
