1972 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Beta | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Beta | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
