1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 380 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1987 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, 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Beta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
