1972 GMC Suburban vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | GMC | Lancia |
Model | Suburban | Beta |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |