2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 32 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 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 275 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 (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Doblo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
