1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Beta | Panda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 35 L |
