1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1972 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 900 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1972 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Beta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
