2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 267 kg more than 1978 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, 2008 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Strada | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
