1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 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 92 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 625 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | AMC | Lancia |
| Model | Ambassador | Beta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2360 mm |
