1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 568 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1981 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 1981 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Beta |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 165 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 59 L |