1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Fiat 127 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 295 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 127 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
