1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
Model | Town & Country | Beta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2340 mm |