1982 Ford Granada vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 7 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 412 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 1982 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 1982 Ford Granada. 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, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Beta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
