1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 22 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Brava | Beta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
