1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 111 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Lancia Beta 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 1976 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Beta | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
