2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Beta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
