2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1580 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 49 L |
