1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 286 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Anglia 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 1964 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (134 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Anglia | Beta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
