2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 470 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Sonoma | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
