2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Fiat Multipla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Because 1980 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Multipla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Multipla | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
