1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 832 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Beta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
