2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2170 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | Beta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |
