1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Beta | Kuga |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |