1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta.
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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Beta | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |