1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 968 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 1980 Lancia Beta 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 1980 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex, 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, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Beta | Flex |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
