2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1972 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 22 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1972 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
