1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 28 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 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 F-350. 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Beta | F-350 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 115 L |