2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
