1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 32 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari FF weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Lancia | Ferrari |
| Model | Beta | FF |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1379 mm |
