2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1892 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | F-250 | Beta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 49 L |