1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Palio | Beta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |