1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 128 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1972 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Cortina | Beta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
