1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mustang | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Beta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
