1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 387 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Beta | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Beta | Ranger |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |