1993 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster 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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Beta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
