2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 357 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
