1980 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 285 kg more than 1980 Fiat Panda. 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Panda | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Beta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
