1977 Ford Granada vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm). This means 1974 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Beta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
