2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 422 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Sonoma | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
