1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Beta | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
