2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 59 L |
