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 119 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 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 378 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.
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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). 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 | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
