1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Jimmy | Beta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
