2006 Ford Escape vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1816 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
