1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1619 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 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, 2010 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 2010 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. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Beta | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
