1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 901 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Beta | Escape |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
