1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 768 kg more than 1981 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Town & Country | Beta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
