1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 929 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Lancia Beta 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 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Beta | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
