1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-150 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
