1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet APV is newer by 16 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1991 Chevrolet APV 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. 1991 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | APV | Beta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
