1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 18 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 2,134 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | 3111 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
