1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1765 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Beta | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 115 L |
