1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. Both 1977 Ford Fiesta and 1978 Lancia Beta are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 240 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Beta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
