1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Uno | Beta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
