1996 Fiat Legram vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Legram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Legram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Legram (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Legram should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta.
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, 1996 Fiat Legram (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Legram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Legram | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Legram | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
