2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 470 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Crossfire | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
