2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1981 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 49 L |
