2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1337 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Express | Beta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |