1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 191 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Because 1961 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Zodiac | Beta |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |