1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 610 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 AMC Ambassador 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 1970 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | AMC | Lancia |
| Model | Ambassador | Beta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2360 mm |
