2009 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 267 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Focus | Beta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |