1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy. 1982 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Lancia | GMC |
| Model | Beta | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
