2003 Ford Freestar vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 20 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 896 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 1983 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Freestar | Beta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2310 mm |
