2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 31 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1387 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Envoy | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
