2012 Ford Escape vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 621 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Escape | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Beta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
