2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Canyon | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
