1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Beta | Fit |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
