1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 780 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Blazer | Beta |
Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |