2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | E-350 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
