1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Vedette | Beta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
