2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
