1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
