2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 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 Stilo (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Stilo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
