2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 26 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 585 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Croma | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
