2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 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 Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fusion | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
