1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1973 Lancia Beta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Beta | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3130 mm |
