1994 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 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, 1994 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Beta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
