2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
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, 1983 Lancia Beta (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
