2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 66 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio, 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
