1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Corsair | Beta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
