2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | F-350 | Beta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 49 L |