1980 Ford Granada vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 482 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Granada 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 1980 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Beta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
