2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 49 L |
