2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 25 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Tahoe | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
