1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford 12 M 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 1966 Ford 12 M. 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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | 12 M | Beta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
