1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1970 Mercury El Gato
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury El Gato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury El Gato would be higher. At 4,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury El Gato is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1970 Mercury El Gato has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Mercury El Gato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Beta | 1970 Mercury El Gato | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Beta | El Gato |
Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |