1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 420 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 1984 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Beta | C30 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
