2002 GMC Envoy vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 27 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 968 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 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Envoy | Beta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
