2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 301 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Seicento | Beta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
