1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | RS 200 | Beta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |