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. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 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 296 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 (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
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 | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
