1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1655 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 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 2010 Ford Expedition 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. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Beta | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 127 L |
