2009 Ford Escape vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 30 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1979 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 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
