1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 709 kg more than 1979 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Venture | Beta |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |