1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 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 55 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Beta | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
