1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 455 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranger | Beta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
