2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 224 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Doblo | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Doblo | Beta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |