2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1979 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Stilo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |
