1994 Ford Tracer vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tracer weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 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 Tracer (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tracer | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Tracer | Beta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
