1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 130 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
