1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1616 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 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Beta | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 106 L |
