1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 955 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 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Beta | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |