2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 333 kg more than 1973 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 F-150 (610 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-150 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
