2010 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 31 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1517 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Tahoe | Beta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1895 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 59 L |
