1969 Ford 17 vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Beta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford 17 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Because 1969 Ford 17 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 1969 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1969 Ford 17 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford 17 | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | 17 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
