1979 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Falcon 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 1979 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Falcon | Beta |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |