2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 33 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 9 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Sedici | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
