1974 Lancia 2000 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia 2000 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Lancia | GMC |
| Model | 2000 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3210 mm |
