2009 Ford Escape vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 36 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
