2000 Ford Contour vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 393 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Lancia Beta 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 1977 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour, 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Contour | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
