1969 Ford Capri vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1973 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 58 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Beta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 51 L |
