2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2002 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1978 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 1978 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Barchetta | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Barchetta | Beta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
