1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 280 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 Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Beta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
