1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 590 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Town & Country | Beta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
