1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 776 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1978 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
| Model | Beta | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
