2011 Ford F-150 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1494 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | F-150 | Beta |
Year Released | 2011 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 59 L |