1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 875 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Beta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
