1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 494 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Lumina | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
