1960 Ford Prefect vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 247 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Prefect | Beta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
