2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
