1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Beta | F-150 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3050 mm |