1984 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Mustang weights approximately 149 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Because 1984 Ford Mustang 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 1984 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1984 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Mustang | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Beta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |