1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 578 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Mustang (325 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Beta | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
