2005 Ford Econovan vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 251 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Econovan | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
