1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. Both 1976 Fiat 131 and 1981 Lancia Beta are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 53 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1976 Fiat 131 (177 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 131 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
