1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 125 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
