2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 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. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 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 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta, 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | F-250 | Beta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 51 L |