1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 305 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Beta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
