2008 Honda Fit vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Fit | Beta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |