2008 GMC Savana vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 33 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1093 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, 2008 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | GMC | Lancia |
Model | Savana | Beta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 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 Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |