1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 61 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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 Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Palio | Beta |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 59 L |