2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 40 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Strada | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
