1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 805 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Beta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
