2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 31 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 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 505 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio II | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
