1991 Ford Probe vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1991 Ford Probe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Probe weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Probe | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Probe | Beta |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |