2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 32 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2225 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 51 L |
