2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1796 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Five Hundred | Beta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |