2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 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 50 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Because 1980 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Strada | Beta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |