1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Uno | Beta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
