1982 Fiat 127 vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Fiat 127 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1982 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 127 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
