1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 7 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 167 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Beta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
