1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. 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, 1981 Lancia Beta (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Uno | Beta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
