2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta. 1980 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Beta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
