2006 Fiat Idea vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 27 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Idea weights approximately 150 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, 2006 Fiat Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Idea | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
