2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Strada | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
