2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 26 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. Both 2001 Fiat Doblo and 1975 Lancia Beta are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 870 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, 2001 Fiat Doblo (271 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Doblo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
