1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 39 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Beta | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |