1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 536 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari Mondial 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | Mondial | Beta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 49 L |
