1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Beta | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2788 mm |
